The holidays are taking over Ocean Drive. The Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights is back on Miami Beach this December, turning the iconic strip into an open-air celebration of light, music and family fun. Presented by the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival (MMF), the free festival opens on December 12 with a special Holiday Extravaganza — followed by the City of Miami Beach’s Annual Holiday Drone Show — and continues through December 20.
The need-to-know details
When: December 12–20, 2026 (opening night December 12). Where: Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Admission: free and family-friendly. For the latest schedule and showtimes, check the offi
What to expectLarger-than-life projection mapping lighting up Ocean DriveLive orchestral performances from the Miami Beach Classical Music FestivalFestive snowfall effects drifting over the crowdFloating foam “fobbles” — a bubbly twist kids will loveAppearances by Santa, the Grinch and Elsa
This event is part of our roundup of the holidays in Miami — explore the full guide for more seasonal events around the city.